Apple COO Jeff Williams to Retire, Sabih Khan to Succeed Him
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Tuesday, Jul 8, 2025 8:06 pm ET1min read
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Williams, who joined Apple in 1998, played a pivotal role in the company's growth and innovation. He was instrumental in the development of Apple's supply chain, engineering the Apple Watch, and managing health programs and customer service. His tenure saw the introduction of the iPod and iPhone programs, as well as the company's health strategy, which has helped customers live healthier lives [1].
Sabih Khan, who has been with Apple for 30 years, will take over as COO. Khan has been a key architect of Apple's supply chain, helping pioneer new technologies in advanced manufacturing and expanding Apple's manufacturing footprint in the United States. Under his leadership, Apple has made significant strides in environmental sustainability, reducing its carbon footprint by over 60% [1].
Williams will continue to report to Apple CEO Tim Cook and oversee Apple's world-class design team and Apple Watch alongside the company's health initiatives until the end of 2025. Apple's design team will then transition to reporting directly to Cook after Williams' retirement [1].
Khan's appointment underscores Apple's commitment to continuity and strategic planning. His extensive experience and proven track record make him a strong successor to Williams. Apple's CEO, Tim Cook, praised Khan's leadership, stating that he will make an exceptional COO [1].
The transition comes as Apple continues to innovate and expand its product portfolio, including the introduction of the Apple Vision Pro. The company's focus on sustainability and supply chain excellence is expected to remain a priority under Khan's leadership [1].
References:
[1] https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2025/07/apple-announces-chief-operating-officer-transition/
[2] https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/apple-coo-jeff-williams-exit-230500616.html
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Apple COO Jeff Williams will retire this month, marking a significant leadership shift. Sabih Khan will succeed him as COO. Williams has been a crucial figure in Apple's operations, overseeing the supply chain, engineering design for the Apple Watch, and managing health programs and customer service. He joined Apple in 1998 and became COO in 2015.
Apple has announced a significant leadership shift with the retirement of Chief Operating Officer Jeff Williams. Williams, who has been a cornerstone of Apple's operations for nearly three decades, will step down this month, with Sabih Khan succeeding him as COO [1].Williams, who joined Apple in 1998, played a pivotal role in the company's growth and innovation. He was instrumental in the development of Apple's supply chain, engineering the Apple Watch, and managing health programs and customer service. His tenure saw the introduction of the iPod and iPhone programs, as well as the company's health strategy, which has helped customers live healthier lives [1].
Sabih Khan, who has been with Apple for 30 years, will take over as COO. Khan has been a key architect of Apple's supply chain, helping pioneer new technologies in advanced manufacturing and expanding Apple's manufacturing footprint in the United States. Under his leadership, Apple has made significant strides in environmental sustainability, reducing its carbon footprint by over 60% [1].
Williams will continue to report to Apple CEO Tim Cook and oversee Apple's world-class design team and Apple Watch alongside the company's health initiatives until the end of 2025. Apple's design team will then transition to reporting directly to Cook after Williams' retirement [1].
Khan's appointment underscores Apple's commitment to continuity and strategic planning. His extensive experience and proven track record make him a strong successor to Williams. Apple's CEO, Tim Cook, praised Khan's leadership, stating that he will make an exceptional COO [1].
The transition comes as Apple continues to innovate and expand its product portfolio, including the introduction of the Apple Vision Pro. The company's focus on sustainability and supply chain excellence is expected to remain a priority under Khan's leadership [1].
References:
[1] https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2025/07/apple-announces-chief-operating-officer-transition/
[2] https://ca.finance.yahoo.com/news/apple-coo-jeff-williams-exit-230500616.html
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